AddressCornish College is seeking to appoint a part time Maintenance and Property Assistant to work with our team on the continuous improvement of the property and grounds of our hundred acre classroom.
The Position
The position of Maintenance and Property Assistant reports to the Property Manager and will work in a team to maintain and improve the grounds and infrastructure at Cornish College. This position is part time, 3 days per week.
Responsibilities
As a member of the College staff the Property staff are committed to the aims and philosophy of the College.
The Property team is a small, dynamic group who work collaboratively in a busy environment that is changing as the College commits to sustainable growth and development.
Duty Statement
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited, to the following:
- Working with the Property team to maintain the College buildings and surrounds
- Assisting the Building Coordinator with small building projects and maintenance tasks.
- Responding in a timely manner to maintenance requests, prioritising requests relating to health and safety
- Assisting in the set-up of College functions in response to staff requests
- Assisting with physical duties that support the College’s teaching and business operations teams
The Person
The successful candidate will also ideally demonstrate the following attributes:
- Attention to detail and pride in their work and in the appearance of the College
- An ability to work well in a small team and independently as required
- Initiative and effective organisation skills
- Willingness to learn
- A positive mindset and work ethic
- A courteous manner towards all members of the Cornish College community
Qualifications and Experience
- Building/Trade qualifications, whilst not essential, would be an advantage
- Experience working in a similar environment, whilst not essential would be an advantage
- Current Working with Children Check for Employment purposes
- Current Police Check will be required on employment
To Apply for this Position
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our website for further details and how to apply: https://www.cornishcollege.vic.edu.au/about-cornish/employment/
To apply for this position, please write a letter to the Principal, Nicola Forrest, outlining your interest in this position and giving us an insight into who you are.
Applications should be submitted by 9.00am on Monday 27 May 2024 to: **********@cornishcollege.vic.edu.au
Advice to Applicants
In your cover letter please outline your qualifications and your main areas of interest in working in a school environment. The rest is up to you! We’d like to get to know you a little through your letter.
Your response to the Position Description should focus on the following:
- Your experience or interest in working in property teams
- Any experience you may have working in a hands-on role in property/maintenance or similar
- Any other information demonstrating your suitability to working in this role at Cornish College
The College is a Child Safe employer and is committed to the safety and welfare of children in our protection.
